Former Chicago Cub Anthony Rizzo has thrown his support behind Tony's Italian Deli & Subs in Edison Park after a shocking armed robbery on November 15. The Cubs icon, who retired from baseball this year but rejoined the team as an ambassador, visited the deli on November 23, leaving staff members thrilled and even more grateful for their community.
Photos circulating online show Rizzo mingling with staff, signing autographs, and even helping himself to a sandwich. "We were absolutely thrilled and completely surprised by a visit from [Rizzo]," Tony's Italian Deli & Subs said in a statement on social media. The sentiment is shared across the team, who have been nothing short of remarkable in their resilience in the face of adversity.
The deli was hit by an armed robbery early on November 15, with three masked robbers making off with cash registers and causing chaos. However, what happened next is a testament to the strength of the Edison Park community. The deli's staff remained undeterred, and despite being placed in harm's way during the incident, they chose to open for business that morning.
The outpouring of support from Rizzo has only served to amplify this sense of community spirit. "Now it's our turn to step up for them," he said on social media, encouraging his fans to visit Tony's and show their support. With nearly 10 major-league seasons under his belt with the Cubs, including a World Series championship in 2016, Rizzo knows what it means to be part of something special.
Rizzo himself has been through trials by fire, having founded the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation in 2012 to raise funds for cancer research and support families affected by the disease. His visit to Tony's is a powerful reminder that even in the darkest times, there are those who will step up and show their support for one another.
The family behind Tony's Italian Deli & Subs – Vito and Maria, along with their team – have been left overwhelmed but grateful for the love and support from the community. The Edison Park neighborhood has rallied around them, and it's clear that this outpouring of kindness will not soon be forgotten.
Photos circulating online show Rizzo mingling with staff, signing autographs, and even helping himself to a sandwich. "We were absolutely thrilled and completely surprised by a visit from [Rizzo]," Tony's Italian Deli & Subs said in a statement on social media. The sentiment is shared across the team, who have been nothing short of remarkable in their resilience in the face of adversity.
The deli was hit by an armed robbery early on November 15, with three masked robbers making off with cash registers and causing chaos. However, what happened next is a testament to the strength of the Edison Park community. The deli's staff remained undeterred, and despite being placed in harm's way during the incident, they chose to open for business that morning.
The outpouring of support from Rizzo has only served to amplify this sense of community spirit. "Now it's our turn to step up for them," he said on social media, encouraging his fans to visit Tony's and show their support. With nearly 10 major-league seasons under his belt with the Cubs, including a World Series championship in 2016, Rizzo knows what it means to be part of something special.
Rizzo himself has been through trials by fire, having founded the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation in 2012 to raise funds for cancer research and support families affected by the disease. His visit to Tony's is a powerful reminder that even in the darkest times, there are those who will step up and show their support for one another.
The family behind Tony's Italian Deli & Subs – Vito and Maria, along with their team – have been left overwhelmed but grateful for the love and support from the community. The Edison Park neighborhood has rallied around them, and it's clear that this outpouring of kindness will not soon be forgotten.
. I mean, the staff at Tony's Italian Deli & Subs could've easily let an armed robbery ruin their day, but they chose to stay strong and keep serving customers. And then Anthony Rizzo shows up and makes everyone feel like they're part of something special 
. It's a great reminder that even when bad things happen, there are always good people who will help make things right 
. I think this is what being part of a community is all about 
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[GIF: A pizza delivery guy walking into a robbery scene, with the deli owner saying "Not on my watch!"] 
Rizzo knows what it means to be part of something special... like a delicious Italian sub 
️ [GIF: A sandwich being devoured]
[GIF: People high-fiving each other in the background]
Who needs therapy when you have a good deli? 
CAN WE TALK ABOUT HOW AMAZING COMMUNITY IS?!
!! the owner vito & maria are literally shaking with gratitude rn 
and anthony is all about showing love to the community 
i mean who wouldn't wanna support a small deli in need after that scary incident? 
the staff is still going strong & rizzo is proving that even big celebs can make a difference 
keep spreading that positivity, tony's italian deli & subs is def my new fave spot 
. He seems like such a down-to-earth guy, and it's great to see him connect with the people he's visiting 
. All in all, this is a feel-good story that we could all learn from 
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anyway, it just goes to show u how much of a difference 1 person (or in this case, a whole team) can make when they step up 4 the community 
. Its a great reminder that even when things seem dark, we can always count on good people like Rizzo to show up and make a difference 
It's amazing how a simple visit from Anthony Rizzo can bring so much joy to a community that was shaken by an armed robbery just a few days before 
. The fact that Tony's Italian Deli & Subs staff remained open and cheerful after going through such a traumatic experience is truly inspiring 
. What a wonderful reminder that kindness and generosity can come from unexpected places 
I mean, sure, Tony's Italian Deli & Subs is sweet and all, but it feels like everyone's just trying to get some good content for their feeds. The staff is supposed to be resilient in the face of adversity, but are they really? Or were they just happy to have a chance to meet Anthony Rizzo and get some free publicity? 
, but idk how long that feeling will last
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I'm still getting vibes from that armed robbery at Tony's Italian Deli & Subs... 3 masked robbers just walkin' in, causin' chaos, and makin' off with cash registers. That's some scary stuff